"Children" Programs Across the City
(5 years and under)
Some storytimes require pre-registrations.
Check the program listings for details.
Upcoming Programs
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Positive Parenting: Workshop with Toronto Public Health
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Join us for a workshop led by Toronto Public Health. This workshop will provide an overview about positive parenting and review tips on specific ways parents/caregivers can help guide their children's behaviours. Topics covered include: temperament, why children misbehave and positive parenting strategies that can be used to reduce difficult behaviours.
This is a workshop intended for parents/caregivers of children aged 0 to 6 years old. The workshop has three modules and takes place on three dates in the month of July
Limited Space. Registration preferred(starting June 21). Drop in, space permitting.,_
EarlyON Baby Lap Time
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages 0 to 11 months. Join us for weekly discussions on parenting and infant care. Meet other parents, learn new songs, rhymes and finger plays, and foster bonding with your baby!
Drop-In. Limit of 30 participants
Note: There is no program on November 4.
Baby Time *FULL*
2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Bouncing and tickling rhymes, stories, and songs for babies from birth to 18 months with their parents or caregivers.
Register in person or by calling the branch at (416) 393-6240. Registration opens on Monday, June 16th, 2025.
If you identify as a person with a disability or as a person who is Deaf, and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.
Magic Mel's Amazing Magic Show
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Mel's Family Magic show is all about self-empowerment - allowing children to discover the magic inside of them.
For children of all ages as well as their parents/caregivers.
Register in-person at the library or call (416) 395-5440.
Due to the nature of this program, we cannot accommodate large groups, daycares, and day camps.
If you or your child lives with a disability, and requires an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.
Baby Time
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Bouncing and tickling rhymes, songs and stories for babies from birth to 18 months with their parents or caregivers. Drop-in; no registration required. Space is limited.
If you or your child lives with a disability, and requires an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.
D Jay the Entertainer Musical, Magical, Comedy Show
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
D Jay the Entertainer presents interactive sing-along guitar music, comedy magic, puppets and impersonation. Ages 6-12. Children under 5 must be accompanied by parents or caregivers. Registration begins June 25.
Register in-person or by calling the branch at ( 416) 395-5950
If your child lives with a disability, and requires an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services at accessibleservices@tpl.ca or phone 416-393-7099.
Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.
Baby Time
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Rhymes, songs and stories for babies from birth to 18 months with their parents or caregivers.
Meet other parents and learn skills to encourage early literacy.
Drop-in, no registration required.
If you or your child identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.
Play & Learn
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Caregivers and their children socialize with others in an interactive learning environment. Children learn, explore, communicate and understand new concepts, expanding their knowledge through play-based and guided activities. This includes songs, rhymes and reading stories, along with gross and fine motor activities.
For children ages 0-6, with their parent or caregiver.
Spaces are limited. Register in person or by phone at 416-394-1006.
Offered in partnership with EarlyON Child and Family Centre.